Kangaroo Knowledge Quiz

What sets marsupials like kangaroos apart from other mammals?

• They can fly.

• They lay eggs.

• They have a pouch for carrying their young.

• They are cold-blooded.

Which species of kangaroo is the largest living marsupial?

• Western Grey Kangaroo

• Eastern Grey Kangaroo

• Red Kangaroo

• Antilopine Kangaroo

How do kangaroos primarily move around?

• By flying

• By crawling

• By hopping

• By swimming

What is the primary diet of kangaroos?

• Plants

• Meat

• Fish

• Insects

What is a group of kangaroos called?

• A troop or mob

• A pack

• A herd

• A flock

At what age do joeys typically leave the pouch for the last time?

• 18 months

• 12 months

• 8 months

• 4 months

How do kangaroos contribute to the Australian ecosystem?

• By maintaining plant lifecycles and reducing wildfire severity

• By increasing soil fertility

• By controlling insect populations

• By pollinating flowers

Why are kangaroos important to the Australian economy?

• They are used in agriculture.

• They are a source of renewable energy.

• They attract tourists.

• They are a major export product.

What is one reason kangaroos are hunted?

• To use them as pets

• For their ability to dig tunnels

• To control their population

• For their medicinal properties

What is a cultural symbol of kangaroos in Australia?

• They are a symbol of war.

• They are a symbol of peace.

• They are featured on the national flag.

• They are featured on the coat of arms and coins.